Assistant Cheerleading

1. Certificate of Completion for Module 15 from the Connecticut Coaching Education Program.
2. Connecticut State Department of Education Coach permit or Temporary Coach permit.
3. Current CPR and First Aid Certificates.
4. High School diploma or GED.
5. Successful completion of pre-employment process.
6. Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a current Motor Vehicle operator’s license.

• Knowledge of care and treatment of athletic injuries;
• Knowledge of cheerleading;
• Knowledge of coaching techniques and human behavior;
• Knowledge of the State, Federal and School Board Policies and Regulations regarding student conduct and appropriate disciplinary action;

• Effective, active listening skills;

• Organizational and problem-solving skills;
• Coaching skills;
• Skills in public speaking;
• Basic skills in equipment repair and maintenance as applicable;
• Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively both orally and in writing;
• Ability to diffuse situations
• Ability to establish and maintain rapport with students;
• Ability to physically perform essential functions;
• Ability to recognize and treat minor athletic injuries;
• Ability to work assigned hours;
• Ability to work effectively with others;
• Leadership ability;
• Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

• Assists cheerleaders in the care and prevention of injuries;
• Assists in efforts to improve the program;
• Assists in organizing cheerleader practices;
• Assists in providing a uniform selection procedure and philosophy for all cheerleading squad;
• Assists in the purchase of equipment and supplies;
• Assists preparation of practice facility for all practice sessions;

• Assists in fundraising activities as approved by the Principal;

• Attends clinics, camps, and seminars as required;

• Attends coaches and rules interpretation meetings as required;

• Collects all uniforms and equipment at the end of the season;
• Communicates with classroom teachers to encourage achievement levels of each player;
• Communicates with Coach regarding coaching strategies and procedures;
• Complies with Board policies and District procedures in the development and maintenance of the interscholastic athletics program;
• Develops written rules for all cheerleaders and distributes these to all coaches and candidates before tryouts;
• Implements the selection procedures and makes candidates aware of the selection process prior to the tryouts;
• Directs the combined squad and serves as an assistant to the Coach;
• Ensures appropriate dress at practices and events;
• Ensures practice and repetition of fundamentals;
• Ensures proper care of equipment;
• Ensures proper organization of practices and drills;
• Ensures safety of students;
• Ensures that all tasks are completed in a timely manner;
• Ensures the proper conduct and actions of cheerleaders at all times;
• Follows all applicable state laws and CIAC regulations as outlined in the CIAC Handbook;
• Helps select and secure material and/or uniforms for the squad;
• Interacts in a positive manner with staff, students, and parents;
• Maintains respect at all times for confidential information, e.g., student athlete grades for eligibility purposes, etc.;
• Maintains satisfactory attendance;
• Makes contacts with the public with tact and diplomacy;
• Oversees the condition of the locker room;
• Participates in awards program by distributing awards to the players;
• Participates in various public events/contests/competition to be determined and agreed upon by Coach, Director of Sports, and Principal;
• Prepares cheerleaders for the games;
• Promotes good public relations by personal appearance, attitude, and conversation;
• Provides a positive learning environment for the athletes;
• Readies the cheerleaders for games, pep sessions, and/or competitions;
• Reports all injuries to school nurse or principal
• Responds to routine questions and requests in an appropriate manner;
• Responsible for the issuance, care and inventory of equipment, supplies, and uniforms;
• Serves as a role model for students;
• Trains and assists in supervising the cheerleader squad;
• Verifies that participants have turned in physical forms and all other necessary paperwork to the school nurse prior to engaging in sport.

NEVER (N)

OCCASIONALLY (O)

FREQUENTLY (F)

CONSTANTLY (C)

0 % of Shift

1-33% of Shift

34-66% of Shift

67-100% of Shift

Working Conditions

N

O

F

C

Working Conditions

N

O

F

C

Physical Demands

Depth Perception

X

Standing

X

Color Distinction

X

Walking

X

Peripheral Vision

X

Sitting

X

Driving

X

Lifting

X

Physical Strength:

Carrying

X

Little Physical Effort (-10 lbs.)

X

Pushing

X

Light Work (-20 lbs.)

X

Pulling

X

Medium Work (20-50 lbs.)

X

Climbing

X

Heavy Work (50-100 lbs.)

X

Balancing

X

Very Heavy Work (100+ lbs.)

X

Stooping

X

Environmental Conditions

Kneeling

X

Cold (50 degrees F or less)

X

Crouching

X

Heat (90 degrees F or more)

X

Crawling

X

Temperature Changes

X

Reaching

X

Wetness

X

Handling

X

Humidity

X

Grasping

X

Extreme Noise or Vibration

X

Twisting

X

Exposure to Chemicals

X

Feeling

X

Exposure to Gases and Fumes

X

Talking

X

Exposure to Unpleasant Odors

X

Hearing

X

Exposure to bodily fluids

X

Repetitive Motion

X

Exposure to dampness

X

Hand/Eye/Foot Coordination

X

Confinement to Small or Restricting Area

X

Visual Acuity/Near

X

Mechanical Hazards

X

Visual Acuity/Far

X

Physical danger or abuse

X